1954 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Smart ForTwo (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
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, 2012 Smart ForTwo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Morris | Smart |
Model | Minor | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |