1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 2007 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Abarth | Smart |
Model | 500 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 33 L |