1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Commodore | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |