2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 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 Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Strada | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
