1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | Alfetta | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 22 L |
