1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Sunny | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Sunny | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |