1956 Morris Isis vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morris Isis 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 1956 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1956 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Isis | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Morris | Smart |
| Model | Isis | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
