2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForTwo | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 75 L |