2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 Abarth Grande Punto and 2007 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto 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 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | Grande Punto | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |