2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 35 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
Model | ForTwo | Chevette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2400 mm |