1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 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 46 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 252 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 126 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 126 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1867 mm |