1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | Newport | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 1870 mm |
