1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Aurelia | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |
