1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | 2600 | Smart |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1370 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |