1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | 1750 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |