1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 474 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Cedric | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1820 mm |
