1979 Volvo 260 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Volvo 260 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Volvo | Smart |
Model | 260 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 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 | 1350 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1867 mm |