1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | GTA | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
