1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Dart | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
