1970 Triumph 1300 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1300 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Triumph | Smart |
| Model | 1300 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 33 L |
