2005 Smart Roadster vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 1972 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Smart | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadster | Centura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
