1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Abarth | Smart |
Model | 1000 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |