2004 MCC Smart vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
