1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Giulietta | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 22 L |