1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 124 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
