2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1948 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1948 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2001 Smart ForTwo | 1948 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |