2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2290 mm |