1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | A 70 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
