1974 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 Torana (228 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torana | Smart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
