1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Alfasud | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
