1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 410 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | Coupe | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
