1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 2300 | Smart |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |