1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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 (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 1000 | Smart |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 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 | 680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |