1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100.
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, 2005 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 1100 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |