2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
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 Mercedes-Benz Smart (185 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | Smart | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
