2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Smart | TVR |
Model | Roadster | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |