1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Maserati | MCC |
| Model | Mistral | Smart |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1265 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
