2003 MCC Smart vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 440 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.
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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | MCC | Venturi |
| Model | Smart | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
