1999 MCC Smart vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 314 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
