1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 599 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 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:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 126 | Smart |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2280 mm |