1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart Roadster weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Morgan | Smart |
| Model | 4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
