1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti A 40 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Innocenti | MCC |
| Model | A 40 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
