2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 740 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 MCC Smart 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 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | Spider | Smart |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |