2003 MCC Smart vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC Smart weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | MCC | Morgan |
| Model | Smart | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
