2002 MCC Smart vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 270 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | MCC | TVR |
| Model | Smart | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
