1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 126 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 35 L |
