Ep 16. Tiny Cars

As a car enthusiast, you may have seen some of the biggest and baddest rides on the road. But have you ever seen the smallest ones? In Ultimate Rides season 1 episode 16, titled "Tiny Cars," we explore the world of microcars.

We start off by meeting a man who has a passion for the smallest cars imaginable. He has a vast collection of these tiny vehicles, and he takes us on a tour of his garage. We see the Peel P50, which is known as the world's smallest car. This car is so small that it can be driven through a doorway. It has just one seat, and the driver has to enter and exit through the front hatch.

Next, we see the BMW Isetta. This car is known for its unique design, which features a front door that opens to allow the driver and passenger to step into the car. The Isetta is powered by a small engine that produces just 13 horsepower.

We also get a look at the Messerschmitt KR200. This car was built in Germany in the 1950s and has a three-wheeled design. The KR200 is powered by a two-stroke engine that produces just 10 horsepower, but it can still reach a top speed of 60 miles per hour.

One of the most unique tiny cars we see is the Mizushima Palm. This car was designed and built in Japan in the 1990s, and it has a very futuristic look. The Palm is only 64 inches long and 49 inches wide, making it one of the smallest cars ever built. It has a single-cylinder engine that produces just 4 horsepower.

We then shift our focus to a company that specializes in building tiny cars. They take small cars and modify them so that they are even smaller. We see a modified Smart car that has been shortened and widened to make it look like a miniature hotrod. We also see a modified Daihatsu that has been turned into a tiny pickup truck.

Next, we meet a man who has built his own microcar from scratch. He started with a lawn mower engine and built a small frame around it. He then added wheels, a seat, and a steering wheel. The car is so small that it can be driven on the sidewalk.

Finally, we see a tiny car race. The race features a number of different microcars, including the Peel P50 and the Messerschmitt KR200. The cars race around a small track, and the winner is the first one to complete 10 laps.

Overall, "Tiny Cars" is a fascinating look at the world of microcars. These tiny vehicles may not be the most practical or powerful cars on the road, but they are certainly unique and interesting. If you're a car enthusiast looking for something a little different, this episode is definitely worth watching.