2002 MCC Smart vs. 1969 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Moretti Coupe. 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1969 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | MCC | Moretti |
| Model | Smart | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
