2000 Smart Roadster vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 2000 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Smart | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Roadster | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
