1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Monaro | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1870 mm |