1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Lancia | Smart |
Model | Stratos | Roadster |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |