1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alpine | Smart |
Model | V6 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1870 mm |