1983 Nissan Micra vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Carina weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1976 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
