2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1987 Zastava 750
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Zastava 750. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava 750. (56 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1987 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Smart | Zastava |
| Model | Roadster | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
