1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 490 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 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:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alpine | MCC |
| Model | V6 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1820 mm |
