1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chrysler | MCC |
| Model | Charger | Smart |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
