2008 Smart ForTwo vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1962 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1962 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart ForTwo | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Smart | Triumph |
| Model | ForTwo | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
