1977 Honda Accord vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1999 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Accord | Smart |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 22 L |
