2002 MCC Smart vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 404 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
