1999 MCC Smart vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan 4 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 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 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | MCC | Morgan |
Model | Smart | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |