1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Austin | MCC |
| Model | A 70 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
