1972 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2007 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 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | AMC | Smart |
Model | Matador | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |