1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Smart |
| Model | Mangusta | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
