2003 MCC Smart vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | MCC | Seat |
| Model | Smart | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
