2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2001 Ginetta G34 and 2001 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ginetta G34 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ginetta | Smart |
Model | G34 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1560 mm |