2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Smart | Fiat |
Model | ForTwo | Strada |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2718 mm |