1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 142 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Abarth | MCC |
| Model | 600 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
