1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1975 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 573 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, 1975 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1975 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | MCC | Reliant |
Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 27 L |