2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1049 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 | 4.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
