2003 MCC Smart vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Morgan 4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | MCC | Morgan |
Model | Smart | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 825 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 |