1971 Nissan Gloria vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 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, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Gloria | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Gloria | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 798 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1820 mm |
