2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Prelude weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (212 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Prelude | Smart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 35 L |
