1980 Reliant GTC vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant GTC | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Reliant | Smart |
Model | GTC | Roadster |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |