1999 MCC Smart vs. 1963 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Moretti 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 1100 (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 1100 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 1100 weights approximately 100 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 1100. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1963 Moretti 1100 has manual transmission. 1963 Moretti 1100 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 | 1963 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | MCC | Moretti |
| Model | Smart | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
