1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Sunny | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
