1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Abarth | Smart |
Model | 1300 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 999 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |