1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | 75 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
