2005 MCC Smart vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | Smart | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
