1960 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 13 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Morris | Smart |
Model | Minor | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1820 mm |