1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
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 (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 700 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:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 700 | Smart |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |