2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForTwo | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |