1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | 80 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |