1974 Lada Riva vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 357 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, 1974 Lada Riva (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1974 Lada Riva 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:
1974 Lada Riva | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Lada | MCC |
Model | Riva | Smart |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |