2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Ecobasic and 2001 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Ecobasic | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3760 mm |