2002 MCC Smart vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 249 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, 1974 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
