2003 MCC Smart vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,678 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
Model | Smart | 411 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |