2002 MCC Smart vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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, 2002 MCC Smart (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | Smart | 10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
