1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Serena | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1867 mm |
