1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90.
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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | A 90 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
