1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC Smart (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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, 2001 MCC Smart (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 850 | Smart |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |