1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Lancia | Smart |
Model | Beta | ForFour |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |