1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | Berlina | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
