1978 Lada 1200 vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1200 (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1978 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1200 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Lada | MCC |
| Model | 1200 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
