1995 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Acura | Smart |
Model | Legend | Fortwo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |