2005 MCC Smart vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | MCC | Triumph |
Model | Smart | Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |