1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Statesman | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1870 mm |
