1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta 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 31 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Fiesta | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 33 L |
