2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | GT | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
