2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | Roadster | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |