2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
Model | 147 | Smart |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |