2008 Lada 21 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Lada 21 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada 21 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2008 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada 21 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | 21 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
