1982 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Camira | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
