2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Smart | TVR |
| Model | ForTwo | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2290 mm |
