2001 MCC Smart vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Concerto weights approximately 315 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.
Because 2001 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC Smart | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | MCC | Honda |
| Model | Smart | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2560 mm |
