1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Abarth 124 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | 124 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 815 kg |
