1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 20 kg more than 1955 Fiat 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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 600 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 22 L |
