1999 MCC Smart vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1430 weights approximately 230 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 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | Smart | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
