1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | 929 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
