1990 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | 400 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1820 mm |
