1991 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 766 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | 100 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
