1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 25 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 415 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.
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 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Capri | Smart |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
