1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Violet | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |