1952 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 201 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Morris Minor 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Morris | Smart |
Model | Minor | ForFour |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |