1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 915 kg more than 2005 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Statesman | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1820 mm |
