1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Corsa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
