1999 MCC Smart vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 1999 MCC Smart and 1999 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 308 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |