1974 Citroen CX vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | CX | Smart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
