2002 MCC Smart vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 354 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, 1969 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
