2002 MCC Smart vs. 1977 Zastava 132
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 132 weights approximately 305 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 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1977 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | MCC | Zastava |
| Model | Smart | 132 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
