2002 Smart Roadster vs. 1976 Zastava 132
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 132 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 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, 1976 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart Roadster | 1976 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Smart | Zastava |
| Model | Roadster | 132 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
