1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 552 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Chevette | Micra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
