1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | Ritmo | Smart |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
