1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | Duna | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
