1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Abarth | Smart |
Model | 850 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |