2003 Smart Roadster vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Smart | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
