1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 127 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra.
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, 1989 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
