1983 Plymouth Horizon 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 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Smart |
| Model | Horizon | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1820 mm |
