2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 1998 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | ForFour | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
