2003 MCC Smart vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 280 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, 1984 Ford Capri (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 1984 Ford Capri 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. 1984 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
