1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Cherry | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
