2001 Honda Fit vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 2 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Fit | Smart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 22 L |
