1972 Fiat 125 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 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125.
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 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | 125 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |