1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 130 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
