1999 MCC Smart vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 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 799 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 95 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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 Smart 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 | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | MCC | Smart |
| Model | Smart | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| 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 | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 33 L |
