1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
