2001 MCC Smart vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 MCC Smart is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Morgan 4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 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, 1985 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC Smart | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
Make | MCC | Morgan |
Model | Smart | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2450 mm |