1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | 33 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |