2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2012 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 2012 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Smart |
| Model | Rezzo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
