1956 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 49 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 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Morris | Smart |
| Model | Minor | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1820 mm |
