2005 MCC Smart vs. 1972 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,853 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 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, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1972 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | Smart | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
