1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 2300 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |