Compare performance (17 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Micro Microlino or Casalini 550?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Micro Microlino is slightly cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Casalini 550 costs 17,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,611 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Micro Microlino offers substantially more power – delivering 17 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Micro Microlino delivers substantially more torque with 89 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 596 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Micro Microlino offers significantly more boot space – 230 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.
When it comes to payload, the Casalini 550 carries clearly more – 273 kg compared to 154 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.
The Micro Microlino is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Micro Microlino is a delightful retro-styled city runabout that feels like a modern reinterpretation of a classic bubble car, perfect for threading through tight streets and turning heads at every junction. It’s unabashedly charming and ideal for urban life, but buyers should embrace the playful simplicity over family-hauler practicality.
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The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
15,400 - 22,300 £
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Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
93 - 228 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
20 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
596 - 630 kg
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Curb weight
425 kg
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Trunk capacity
230 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
3,000 mm
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Width
1,473 mm
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Width
1,500 mm
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Height
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Height
1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
120 - 154 kg
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Payload
273 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 - 17 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
45 km/h
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Torque
89 Nm
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Torque
28 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Power kW
6 - 12 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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Brand
Micro
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Brand
Casalini
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