1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Coupe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Coupe (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 500 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 33 L |
