2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1976 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
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, 1976 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC ForTwo | 1976 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | 1302 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |