1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | 90 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1870 mm |
