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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 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 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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 | 1461 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1155 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 | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |