2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Albea | Roadster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |