1983 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lotus | Smart |
| Model | Esprit | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 33 L |
