2002 MCC Smart vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | Smart | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
