1956 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart Roadster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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, 2003 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Morris | Smart |
Model | Minor | Roadster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |