1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 755 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Statesman | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
