1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | 33 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 985 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 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 |
