1999 MCC Smart vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 641 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | MCC | Kia |
| Model | Smart | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
