1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 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 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
