2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2002 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 1300, 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, 1966 Triumph 1300 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Smart | Triumph |
| Model | ForTwo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2460 mm |
