2004 MCC Smart vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | MCC | TVR |
| Model | Smart | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
