1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 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 168 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 715 kg more than 2010 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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Statesman | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1867 mm |
