2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
