1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart Roadster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | 750 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
