1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 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 Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Coronet | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 33 L |
