2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
