2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 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 1960 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Micra | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
