2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2004 Smart ForFour and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Smart ForFour | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Smart | Alfa Romeo |
Model | ForFour | 166 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 69 L |