1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Concerto | Roadster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 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 |