1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 235 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | 1300 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
