1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Anglia | Smart |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |