1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Cherry | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1820 mm |
