1999 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Marcia | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Marcia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |