1961 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 40 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 22 L |