1994 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan 4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Morgan 4 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Morgan | Smart |
Model | 4 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |