1981 Audi 100 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1981 Audi 100, 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Audi | MCC |
Model | 100 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1820 mm |