1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 925 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 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (145 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | Seville | Smart |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |
