2001 Kia Rio vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Rio weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio, 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, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Rio | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Kia | MCC |
Model | Rio | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1820 mm |