2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 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 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
