1999 MCC Smart vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1999 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | MCC | Holden |
| Model | Smart | Camira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| 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 | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
