1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | 155 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
