1955 Skoda 1200 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Skoda 1200 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Skoda | Smart |
Model | 1200 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |