1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Nissan Cedric (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Cedric | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1870 mm |
