1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 228 kg more than 1991 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1991 Innocenti Koral has manual transmission. 1991 Innocenti Koral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti Koral | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Innocenti | Smart |
| Model | Koral | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
