1977 Opel Monza vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 515 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, 1977 Opel Monza (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Monza | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1867 mm |