1984 Nissan Micra vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Micra | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Micra | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2467 mm |
