1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Alpine | Smart |
Model | A 108 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 35 L |