2003 MCC Smart vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
