2002 MCC Smart vs. 1972 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Ascona weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1972 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
