1999 MCC Smart vs. 1960 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Moretti Panoramica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti Panoramica has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti Panoramica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1960 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | MCC | Moretti |
| Model | Smart | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
