1986 Nissan Micra vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Nissan Micra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
