1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | GT | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |