1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | 211 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |
