1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 1500 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |