1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Civic | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
