1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 496 kg more than 2011 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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Pontiac | Smart |
Model | Firebird | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |