1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 433 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | MCC | Ford |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
