2004 MCC Smart vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica 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 48 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
