2005 MCC Smart vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2005 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | MCC | Volkswagen |
Model | Smart | 1302 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |