1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair, 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Corsair | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
