2005 MCC Smart vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | Smart | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
