1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 477 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Carina | Micra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
