1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 1200 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |