1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 70 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | GTA | Smart |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
