1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | Spider | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 22 L |