1999 MCC Smart vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | Smart | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
