1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 890 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.
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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Avanti | MCC |
| Model | Avanti | Smart |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
