1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Concerto | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Concerto | Roadster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |