1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 40 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 52 L |