1978 Holden GTS vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo

To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 MCC 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 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Holden GTS 2000 MCC ForTwo
Make Holden MCC
Model GTS ForTwo
Year Released 1978 2000
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4141 cc 597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4550 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 1810 mm


 

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