1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 95 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.
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 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Alpine | Smart |
Model | A 310 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |