1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 380 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Holden | MCC |
Model | FB Special | Smart |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |