1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 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:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 600 | Smart |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |