2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |