1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 254 kg more than 2000 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Giulietta | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 22 L |