1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Smart |
| Model | Q45 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 33 L |
