2011 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Smart | Alfa Romeo |
Model | ForTwo | 147 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |