2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
