1989 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | 100 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
