2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 1986 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Smart | Nissan |
| Model | ForTwo | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2630 mm |
