1999 MCC Smart vs. 2001 MCC Smart

To start off, 2001 MCC Smart 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. Both 1999 MCC Smart and 2001 MCC Smart are equipped with a 599 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC Smart (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MCC Smart weights approximately 20 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, 2001 MCC Smart (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.

Compare all specifications:

1999 MCC Smart 2001 MCC Smart
Make MCC MCC
Model Smart Smart
Year Released 1999 2001
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 599 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 63.5 mm 63.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 63 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 3230 mm 2600 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 1820 mm


 

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