1976 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 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, 1976 Holden Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Torana | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1867 mm |