1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,918 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | 1609 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1820 mm |
