1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 500 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |