2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadster | 1302 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |