1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126.
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, 2005 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | 126 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
