1991 Nissan Presea vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Presea (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Presea | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Presea | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
