2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 12 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 534 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lancia Musa, 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Smart | Lancia |
Model | ForTwo | Musa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |