1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Land Rover 88 (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Land Rover | Smart |
| Model | 88 | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1820 mm |
