1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus

To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.

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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Hyundai Euro 1 2007 Smart Brabus
Make Hyundai Smart
Model Euro 1 Brabus
Year Released 1998 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 999 cc
Horse Power 376 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 497 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1690 mm