1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Alfetta | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 33 L |