1977 Volvo 66 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
Because 1977 Volvo 66 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 1977 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 66 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Volvo | Smart |
| Model | 66 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
