1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 Abarth 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 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 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:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Abarth | Smart |
Model | 750 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |