1990 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | 200 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |