1961 Jaguar MK IX 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 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 985 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 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | MK IX | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
