1999 MCC Smart vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
