1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jeep | Smart |
| Model | CJ | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
