2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |