1969 Ford 17 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford 17 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | 17 | Smart |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 22 L |