2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1992 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Nova, 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 ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 1992 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
| Model | ForTwo | Nova |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2350 mm |
