1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Vega | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
