1947 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | 16 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1947 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |