1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 599 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Berkeley | MCC |
| Model | Twosome | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 22 L |
