1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2013 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | MK 10 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
