1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Isuzu | MCC |
| Model | 117 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
