1999 MCC Smart vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 24 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1981 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1999 MCC Smart (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1981 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1981 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | Smart | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
