1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Smart Fortwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Suburban | Fortwo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |