1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 1300 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
