2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | Roadster | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |