2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart Roadster weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | ForTwo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
