1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Monte Carlo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
