2001 MCC Smart vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 1430 weights approximately 210 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, 1974 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | MCC | Seat |
Model | Smart | 1430 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2430 mm |