2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | R-2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |