2003 MCC ForFour vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Spider 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 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour, 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | ForFour | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
