1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2002 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 130 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
