2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (74 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
