2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |