1980 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada 1200 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | 1200 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 22 L |