2003 MCC Smart vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | MCC | Rover |
| Model | Smart | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
