2001 MCC Smart vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 400 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, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | Smart | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |