1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 632 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | Micra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
