2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
