1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 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 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | Monaro | Smart |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
