2003 MCC Smart vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. 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, 2003 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC Smart | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | 360 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1780 mm |