1963 Abarth 595 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | 595 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 33 L |
