1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Micra 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. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra.
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, 1983 Nissan Micra, 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, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 988 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 | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2310 mm |
