2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Because 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 2000 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2310 mm |
