1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | 2600 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |