1999 MCC Smart vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Starlet (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 80 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, 1982 Toyota Starlet (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
