2003 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 395 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | Micra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |