2002 MCC Smart vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | MCC | MG |
| Model | Smart | MGA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
