1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 143 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Innocenti | Smart |
Model | Mini | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |