1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Micra | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2615 mm |
