2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | MCC | MCC |
| Model | ForTwo | Smart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
