1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | Coupe | Smart |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |