1956 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 50 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Morris | Smart |
Model | Minor | ForFour |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |