1964 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Smart ForTwo (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor.
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, 2012 Smart ForTwo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Morris | Smart |
| Model | Minor | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
