1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 902 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti Koral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti Koral weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
Because 1999 MCC Smart 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1991 Innocenti Koral has manual transmission. 1991 Innocenti Koral 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:
| 1991 Innocenti Koral | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Innocenti | MCC |
| Model | Koral | Smart |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2280 mm |
