1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Cabriolet | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
