1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Austin | MCC |
Model | A 40 | Smart |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2370 mm |