1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Smart Fortwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Smart Fortwo (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Smart Fortwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Smart Fortwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Smart Fortwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | 211 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1867 mm |
