1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 131 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
