2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 703 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cee'd | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
