1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart Roadster weights approximately 123 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 40 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |