1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 2300 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |