1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 13 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | 33 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 | 22 L |
