1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Giulia | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
