1965 AC Aceca vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 29 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | AC | MCC |
Model | Aceca | Smart |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |