2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2130 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Smart | ZIL |
Model | ForTwo | 117 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3310 mm |