1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Skoda | Smart |
| Model | 1202 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
