1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Giulietta | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |