1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | Ponton | ForFour |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |