1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1540 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chrysler | MCC |
| Model | Imperial | Smart |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2370 mm |
