1999 MCC Smart vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 650 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Cedric 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 | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
