1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
