1967 Honda S800 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 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Honda S800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Honda S800 weights approximately 10 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 (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | S800 | Smart |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |