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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 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 774 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 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 will offer significantly more control. 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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 258 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 | 2226 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
