1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 266 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Caterham Super 7 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Caterham | Smart |
Model | Super 7 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 33 L |