1966 Holden HD vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | HD | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1867 mm |
