2003 MCC Smart vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
