1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 249 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Micra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 46 L |