1978 Ford Capri vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Capri | Smart |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
