2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 232 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
