2000 Smart Roadster vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Smart | TVR |
| Model | Roadster | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
