1989 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 504 kg more than 1989 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Micra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2489 mm |
