1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Monaro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
