1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 155 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Giulia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 33 L |