1999 MCC Smart vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | Smart | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
