1999 MCC Smart vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 3 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 2002 MCC ForTwo are equipped with a 599 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | Smart | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| 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 | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1810 mm |
