1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | 75 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1820 mm |
