2008 Smart Ultimate 112 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Smart | Buick |
| Model | Ultimate 112 | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
