1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 125 weights approximately 240 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, 1971 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 125 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:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 125 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
