2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Smart | Wartburg |
Model | ForFour | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |