1999 MCC Smart vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX 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, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan 260 ZX has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX 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 | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
