1945 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | 16 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
