1975 Morris Marina vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina.
Because 1975 Morris Marina 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 1975 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Morris Marina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Morris Marina | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Morris | Smart |
Model | Marina | ForFour |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |