1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 2003 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Cabriolet | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Cabriolet | Roadster |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |