2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 Fiat 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2007 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
