1973 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | MCC |
| Model | M530 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1810 mm |
