1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Alvis TA 14 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Alvis TA 14 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alvis TA 14 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Alvis | MCC |
| Model | TA 14 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
