1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 133 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1867 mm |
