1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 31 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Cherry | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |
