1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2390 mm |
