1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Anglia | Smart |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
