2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Linea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Linea, 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, 2011 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Smart | Fiat |
| Model | ForTwo | Linea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
