1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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 (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | 1600 | Micra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 46 L |