2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
