1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2008 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | 700 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
