2001 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 11 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 364 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
