1999 MCC Smart vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 330 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 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | MCC | TVR |
| Model | Smart | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2370 mm |
