2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Micra | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
