1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 1000 2002 Smart ForFour
Make Abarth Smart
Model 1000 ForFour
Year Released 1959 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 47 L


 

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