1981 Austin Marina vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Austin Marina weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 1981 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1981 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1981 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Austin | MCC |
| Model | Marina | Smart |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
