1993 Innocenti Koral vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Innocenti Koral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Innocenti Koral (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Innocenti Koral should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Innocenti Koral.
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, 1993 Innocenti Koral, 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, 2005 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Innocenti Koral | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Innocenti | Smart |
Model | Koral | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1820 mm |