1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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 Mercedes-Benz 200 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | 200 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
