2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Stilo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
