2002 MCC Smart vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 914 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2002 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | MCC | Rover |
| Model | Smart | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
