1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 5 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alpine | Smart |
Model | A 310 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1820 mm |