1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 128 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Alfasud | ForFour |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |