1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Roadster weights approximately 98 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | GTA | Roadster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 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 | 790 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |