2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Smart ForTwo | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForTwo | 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2460 mm |