2001 MCC Smart vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC Smart (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MCC Smart weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. 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, 2001 MCC Smart (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2170 mm |
