1958 Ford Popular vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 46 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, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Popular | Smart |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |