2002 MCC Smart vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 211 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | MCC | Porsche |
| Model | Smart | 550 A |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
