2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Because 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 2002 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 1980 Volkswagen Beetle (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1980 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
