1972 Ford Granada vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 531 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Granada | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1810 mm |
