1985 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 360 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.
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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | RS 200 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 33 L |