1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 121 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 121 | Micra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |