1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 740 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro 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:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Holden | MCC |
Model | Monaro | Smart |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |