1964 Holden EJ vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
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 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EJ | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | EJ | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1867 mm |