1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 50 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | 211 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1870 mm |
