2005 Smart ForFour vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 1970 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | 411 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |