1983 Holden Camira vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, both vehicles can yield 125 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Camira | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 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 |
