1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 59 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Lancia | MCC |
Model | Appia | Smart |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |