1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Micra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
