1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 564 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Micra | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
