1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 880 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Avanti | MCC |
Model | Avanti | Smart |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |