1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 76 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Alfasud | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 966 kg |
| 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 | 47 L |
