2003 Smart Roadster vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 120 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
Model | Roadster | VX4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |