1988 Nissan Micra vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra.
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, 1988 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Micra | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Micra | 104 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2240 mm |
