1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 131 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |