1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Scorpio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
