1985 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | 90 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1867 mm |
