1950 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | A135 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
