1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Abarth | Smart |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |