2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2170 mm |
