1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 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, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Bristol | MCC |
| Model | 403 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1820 mm |
