1956 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 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, 1956 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Rover | Smart |
Model | P4 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |