1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
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, both vehicles can yield 112 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | Giulietta | Smart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
