1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Omni | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 33 L |
