1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | GT | Smart |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 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 | 980 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |