2002 MCC Smart vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 132 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |