2003 MCC Smart vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
