1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Flavia | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 33 L |
