1976 Honda Accord vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Honda | MCC |
Model | Accord | Smart |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1820 mm |