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Old 08-21-2009, 07:32 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Answer depends on weight & aerodynamics! (And to a certain extent the environment you drive in.)

The previous generation Smart Fortwo CDI (Canadian / Euro market) has 40 horsepower - and a worse (from the conventional perspective) power to weight ratio than a Geo Metro 3 cylinder car. I'd drive one!

Somewhat related thread:

What 0-60 acceleration would you accept for good fuel economy?

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