1999 MCC Smart vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 416 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | MCC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Smart | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
