1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Alfasud | ForFour |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |