2005 Smart Cabrio Passion vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Carina (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Cabrio Passion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 980 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
