2003 MCC Smart vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
