1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 MCC Smart (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 1200 | Smart |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1820 mm |