1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Abarth | MCC |
| Model | 750 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
