2003 Smart Roadster vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Smart | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Roadster | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
