1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 124 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 33 L |
