1988 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1988 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Micra | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Micra | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
