1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart Roadster weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Alpine | Smart |
Model | A 110 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |