1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Avanti | Smart |
| Model | Avanti | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
