1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750.
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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | 750 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 33 L |
