2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 120 (59 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 120 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 1961 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2610 mm |
