2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2011 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2011 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Smart ForTwo | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
