1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 33 L |
