2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 199 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.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Smart | Holden |
Model | ForTwo | Camira |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2580 mm |