2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2430 mm |