1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 151 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Corsa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
