1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |