2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Smart | Fiat |
| Model | Roadster | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
