1977 Opel Monza vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart Roadster weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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 Opel Monza (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Monza | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Monza | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
