1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | 75 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
