2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
