1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Prefect weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Prefect | Smart |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1810 mm |
