2002 MCC Smart vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1024 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 586 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | MCC | Zenvo |
| Model | Smart | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3055 mm |
