1991 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari A10 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1991 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Micra | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Micra | A10 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2636 mm |
