1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | 1200 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |