1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 300 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Cortina | Smart |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |