1977 Rover 2600 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2002 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 Rover 2600 (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Rover 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | 2600 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |
