1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Festiva | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1820 mm |