2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 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 | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2380 mm |
