2004 MCC Smart vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | MCC | Trabant |
| Model | Smart | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
