1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1975 Innocenti Mini, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Innocenti Mini | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Innocenti | MCC |
Model | Mini | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |