1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 685 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.
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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | MCC | Plymouth |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |