1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 124 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |