2005 MCC Smart vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | MCC | Toyota |
Model | Smart | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |