1999 MCC Smart vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 295 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, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |