1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1990 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. 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, 2004 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 126 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |
