1967 Alpine A vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alpine A (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Alpine A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alpine | Smart |
| Model | A | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
