1960 TVR Grantura vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 TVR Grantura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 TVR Grantura | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | TVR | Smart |
| Model | Grantura | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 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 | 660 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 33 L |
