2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 564 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | 2123 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 816 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 |
