2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Micra (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Micra | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
