1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 525 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Monaro | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
