2008 Smart Roadster vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Smart Roadster | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Smart | Avanti |
Model | Roadster | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |