2002 MCC Smart vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
Because 2002 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 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone, 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, 1993 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Smart | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | Smart | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
