2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Avanti Avanti 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 1967 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. 1967 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Smart | Avanti |
| Model | ForFour | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |
