2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Smart | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Coupe | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1337 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 71 L |
