1999 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 13 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 639 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1999 MCC Smart | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
Model | Smart | Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |