2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Coupe (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 912 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 75 L |
