1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | 33 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
