1974 Ford Capri vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
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, 1974 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Capri | Smart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
