1970 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 35 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Audi 100 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 1970 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi 100 2005 Smart ForFour
Make Audi Smart
Model 100 ForFour
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1871 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1082 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 47 L


 

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