1999 MCC Smart vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 464 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.
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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
