1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1545 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
| Model | Lagonda | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1810 mm |
