1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1204 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Caprice | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1820 mm |