1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 227 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. 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, 2005 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 126 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
