1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo

To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 2013 Smart Fortwo has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart 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:

1968 Dodge Dart 2013 Smart Fortwo
Make Dodge Smart
Model Dart Fortwo
Year Released 1968 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5210 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors


 

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