1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 52 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Cabriolet | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 33 L |
