1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 190 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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 124 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:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 124 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |
