1960 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 146 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 (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Taunus | Smart |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |