1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 615 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | Valiant | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
