1991 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | 100 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
