1999 MCC Smart vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 65 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett 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 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
