1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1971 Renault 12
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 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
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, 1971 Renault 12, 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, 1971 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 12 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 Renault 12 | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 56 L |
