2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 380 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Micra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
