2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione and 2003 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP) has 294 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2003 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | 8C Competizione | Smart |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |