2005 MCC Smart vs. 1957 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1957 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | Smart | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
