1999 MCC Smart vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
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 Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 475 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 Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 Bluebird | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
