1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Giulietta | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 33 L |
