2006 Nissan Micra vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Venturi |
| Model | Micra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
