1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | Mono 1000 | Smart |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |