2001 MCC Smart vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1966 Volvo 144 has manual transmission. 1966 Volvo 144 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Smart | 144 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
