1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 441 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | Spider | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
