1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | 6C | Smart |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
