2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 144 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
