1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi Super 90 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 1968 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | Super 90 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 33 L |
