1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Alfasud | ForFour |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |