1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2001 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | 1750 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
