1999 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 372 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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | MCC | Honda |
| Model | Smart | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
