1999 MCC Smart vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 300 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.
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, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm). This means 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | MCC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Smart | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
