1999 MCC Smart vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG Midget weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1963 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget 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 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | MCC | MG |
| Model | Smart | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2032 mm |
