1999 MCC Smart vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 575 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, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1972 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Rover 2000 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 | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | MCC | Rover |
| Model | Smart | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2640 mm |
