1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 1800 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |
