1995 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 704 cc (2 cylinders), 1995 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 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, 2003 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 126 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 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 | 820 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 |
