2002 Smart Roadster vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 275 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 1978 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart Roadster | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Smart | Holden |
Model | Roadster | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |