2002 MCC Smart vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 69 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | Smart | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
