1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt, 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Colt | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |
