1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 180 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | Alfasud | Smart |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
