1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 41 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), 2005 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Abarth | MCC |
Model | 700 | Smart |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
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 | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |