1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lotus | Smart |
| Model | Seven | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1867 mm |
