1976 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | 100 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
