1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 698 kg more than 2001 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.
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1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Camaro | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1820 mm |