2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan 4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Morgan | Smart |
| Model | 4 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
