1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo

To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 2013 Smart Fortwo has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Smart Fortwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 125 2013 Smart Fortwo
Make Fiat Smart
Model 125 Fortwo
Year Released 1967 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1608 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors


 

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