2002 Lada 2123 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada 2123 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | 2123 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |