1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Fiesta | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1867 mm |
