2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2480 mm |