1958 Ford Popular vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Popular weights approximately 35 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 (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular 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:
1958 Ford Popular | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Popular | Smart |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |