2002 MCC Smart vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
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 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | MCC | Volvo |
| Model | Smart | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
