2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 31 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2380 mm |
