1996 Nissan Almera vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Almera weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Almera | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Almera | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
