1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lada 1200 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | 1200 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 33 L |
