1973 Audi Asso vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Asso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Asso (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Asso should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart.
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, 1973 Audi Asso (163 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm). This means 1973 Audi Asso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Audi | MCC |
| Model | Asso | Smart |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
