1999 MCC Smart vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 20 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2001 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2001 Westfield ZEI 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 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | MCC | Westfield |
| Model | Smart | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
