1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 994 kg more than 2000 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | Newport | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 1820 mm |
