2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 755 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2340 mm |
