1999 MCC Smart vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 494 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 1999 MCC Smart 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 1999 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220 | |
| Make | MCC | Rover |
| Model | Smart | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
