2002 MCC Smart vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 206 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 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | MCC | Simca |
| Model | Smart | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
