1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 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 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 1900 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
