1999 MCC Smart vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 68 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine 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:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | Smart | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2280 mm |
