1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Corolla | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1867 mm |
