2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Beetle (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 90 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.
Because 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 2000 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
