1970 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2002 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | 100 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |