1999 MCC Smart vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 255 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 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
