2001 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, both 2001 MCC Smart and 2001 Honda Capa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Capa weights approximately 360 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, 2001 Honda Capa, 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, 2001 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 2001 Honda Capa | |
Make | MCC | Honda |
Model | Smart | Capa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |