2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, 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 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Smart ForTwo | 1973 Audi Fox | |
Make | Smart | Audi |
Model | ForTwo | Fox |
Year Released | 2011 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |