1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2007 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 124 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |