2010 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Micra and 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 296 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Micra | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Micra | MiTo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |