1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | Cabriolet | Smart |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
