1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 710 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Challenger | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |
