2002 MCC Smart vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC Smart | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |