2001 Smart ForFour vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Starlet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |