1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 810 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Austin | MCC |
Model | A 99 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 22 L |