2005 MCC Smart vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Smart | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
