1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Fiesta | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
