1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Italdesign Nazca | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Italdesign | Smart |
Model | Nazca | Roadster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |