2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 352 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Smart | Ford |
| Model | ForTwo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2489 mm |
