1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Beta | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
