2001 MCC Smart vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Smart | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2410 mm |
