1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC Smart weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
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 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | GT 70 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
