1990 Skoda Rapid R vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda Rapid R | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Skoda | Smart |
| Model | Rapid R | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 33 L |
