1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 600 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Chrysler | MCC |
| Model | Valiant | Smart |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
