1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | Roadster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |