1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
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, 1978 Fiat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 131 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
