1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Maserati | Smart |
Model | 420 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |