1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 616 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Chevelle | Roadster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |