1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Sunny | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1870 mm |
