2003 Smart Roadster vs. 1959 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 1959 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
| Model | Roadster | Velox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
