1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Consorte | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1820 mm |