1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 246 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 700 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 700 | Smart |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |