1996 Honda Civic vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Civic | Smart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
